sprites

Manage persistent cloud Sprites with auto-start services across wake/sleep cycles.

1|Updated Feb 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/peteknowsai/swain-agents --skill sprites-peteknowsai
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: sprites
Source: https://github.com/peteknowsai/swain-agents/tree/main/skills/sprites
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/peteknowsai/swain-agents --skill sprites-peteknowsai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Sprites provide persistent cloud dev environments that wake on demand and host durable services. They overcome the limitations of ephemeral VMs by preserving filesystem state across sleep cycles, enabling rapid recovery and consistent development workspaces.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Create, configure, and manage Sprites that auto-start services when awakened.
  • Expose services via sprite URLs or proxies to enable quick remote access and debugging.
  • Use checkpoints to snapshot and roll back entire filesystem states during risky changes.

Quick Start

Create a sprite named my-sprite, configure a web service with --http-port 8080, and publish its URL.

Frequently Asked Questions about sprites

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I manage persistent cloud dev environments that preserve filesystem state across sleep cycles?

You can manage persistent cloud dev environments by using Sprites, which preserve filesystem state across sleep cycles and support rapid recovery. They wake on demand and host durable services, overcoming ephemeral VM limitations.

What is the best way to expose a local development service for remote access and debugging?

The best way to expose local services for remote debugging is configuring a Sprite with an auto-start service using --http-port. This publishes a sprite URL or proxy to enable quick remote access when the environment awakens.

Can I snapshot and roll back an entire filesystem state before making risky changes to my dev environment?

Yes, you can snapshot and roll back an entire filesystem state before risky changes by using Sprite checkpoints. This allows you to capture the current state and revert if necessary during development workloads.

How do I configure services to auto-start when a cloud dev environment wakes from a cold state?

You configure services to auto-start when a cloud dev environment wakes by setting parameters like --http-port during Sprite creation. Zone-aware wake behavior ensures services resume correctly across warm, cold, and running lifecycle states.

Does sprite proxy networking support remote access for development workloads across different zones?

Sprite proxy networking supports remote access for development workloads across different zones. It integrates zone-aware wake behavior to manage persistent cloud Sprites, ensuring services are accessible via published URLs upon awakening.